Grammy award-winning singer Wizkid has sparked debate online as he declared himself the ‘001’ of the music industry.
The music star, via his Snapchat page, described himself as Big Wiz and the number 1 in the music industry.
His statement has sparked division among fans of Davido and Burna Boy.
One favour_bae2 wrote, “Davido is the only 001 in the whole world, no bird comes close
One prettiest_tachaa wrote, “If you aren’t cool with it, go hug a transformer
One intotowroldwide2020 wrote, “E no lie! Evidence choke everywhere
One _adebusola wrote, “He said what he said purr
One veeystitches_fashion wrote, “Wizkid is whoever he said he is”.
Last year, the award-winning singer while announcing his album, cautioned Nigerians against categorizing him as an Afrobeat artist and read the riot acts to Afrobeats lovers to avoid downloading his album. His statement didn’t sit well with many who slammed him for disrespecting the genre of music that paved the way for him.
Defending himself, Wizkid doubled down on his words as he explained his statement better, noting how he makes music not to be stereotyped or boxed. Telling Nigerians to educate themselves, he stated that though he is an African artist, he makes fine music and doesn’t want to be labeled as just an Afrobeat.
In 2023, Wizkid had blasted his millions of fans pressuring him to make more music. He revealed that he was on holiday and would be back in 4 years, as he wanted to enjoy the fruit of his labor. He added that he could extend the vacation to 5 years or venture into a new career like playing ball, golf, or wrestling.
Following this, the music star had expressed interest in starring in movies, with the aim of kissing women, shooting guns and slapping people.